Water Parks in & Near Kissimmee, FL
Kissimmee has more ways to get wet than most visitors expect. There’s a resort-style water park steps from your villa at FantasyWorld, a public water park right here in Kissimmee, and some of Florida’s best-known water parks a short drive away. Use this guide to pick the right splash day for your group, then come home to a heated pool and lazy river when the theme parks wear everyone out.
Start at home: FantasyWorld's on-site water park
Our water park is included with every stay, so there are no extra tickets and no driving. Highlights:
Two heated water slides, 250 and 167 feet long and three stories high (riders must be 48" tall)
A 789-foot heated lazy river
A zero-entry heated pool and a heated splash pad for younger kids
Three hot tubs, plus River Landing Bar and Grill for lunch or a cool drink
Private poolside cabanas available to rent
Water parks in Kissimmee
Island H2O Live! Water Park (Margaritaville Resort Orlando)
Kissimmee’s newest water park is attached to Margaritaville Resort Orlando but open to the public. It’s known for tech-forward touches, including a slide where riders choose the music and lighting for their ride.
Good for: teens and slide fans who want a full day out.
Big-name water parks a short drive away
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon & Blizzard Beach
Walt Disney World is about 8 minutes from FantasyWorld (4.1 miles). Typhoon Lagoon is famous for its surf pool and the Miss Adventure Falls family raft ride; Blizzard Beach has a “melted ski resort” theme and a toddler-friendly area. Disney operates these on a seasonal schedule, so check which is open for your dates.
Volcano Bay (Universal Orlando)
Universal is 11.4 miles away (about 26 minutes). Volcano Bay centers on the Krakatau volcano and uses a wearable (TapuTapu) to reserve ride times. Check Universal’s site for seasonal operating dates.
Aquatica (SeaWorld Orlando)
SeaWorld is 8.2 miles away (about 21 minutes). Aquatica pairs slides with animal encounters and has the Roa’s Rapids lazy river.
LEGOLAND Water Park (Winter Haven)
A longer drive at 37.7 miles, best as part of a LEGOLAND day.
Which water park is right for you?
| If your group wants… | Try… |
|---|---|
| No tickets, no driving, easy naps in between | FantasyWorld's on-site water park |
| A full day of big slides and thrills | Volcano Bay or Island H2O Live! |
| Wave pool and family rafts | Disney's Typhoon Lagoon |
| Gentler play areas for little ones | Disney's Blizzard Beach, Aquatica |
| A water park day tied to another park | LEGOLAND Florida (water park), Aquatica (SeaWorld) |
Tips for a smooth splash day
Confirm operating dates and refurbishment closures on each park's official site before you plan.
Arrive early. Mornings are cooler and lines are shorter.
Pack water shoes, sunscreen and a waterproof phone pouch; check each park's rules on bags and coolers.
Check height requirements for slides before you promise them to kids. FantasyWorld's two slides require 48".
Alternate theme-park days with a lazy-river day at the resort. Everyone enjoys the rest.
FAQs
Does FantasyWorld Resort have its own water park?
Yes. The water park is included with every stay, with two heated water slides, a 789-foot heated lazy river, a zero-entry pool, a children’s splash pad and three hot tubs. Pool areas are open daily from 9AM to 10PM (hours may vary).
Do I need separate tickets for the water park at FantasyWorld?
No. Admission is included with your stay, so there are no separate tickets.
How tall do you have to be for the water slides at FantasyWorld?
Riders must be at least 48 inches tall for both of the resort’s heated water slides.
Are there public water parks in Kissimmee?
Yes. Island H2O Live! Water Park at Margaritaville Resort Orlando in Kissimmee is open to the public, and Disney, Universal and SeaWorld’s water parks are a short drive away.
